Hamilton Island Race Week 16 - 23 August 2025 Hamilton Island Race Week is one of the world’s most famous yachting events - and every year, brings spectators and yachties from all around the globe to the Whitsundays for an exciting line up of on and offshore events. Every August, spectators and yachties from around the globe sail to Hamilton Island for Hamilton Island Race Week - Australia’s largest offshore keelboat regatta. Visit the Race Week Website What you’ll love about Hamilton Island Race Week: The fantastic party atmosphere, which brings together competitors, family and friends from all over the world. The wide range of events - which includes a Grand Prix class for top-class racers, an IRC Passage class for modern, fast-cruising yachts, and performance racing and sports boat classes. There are also cruising, corporate, bareboat and non-spinnaker divisions, along with maxiyacht and SB3 divisions. The Hamilton Island Yacht Club and Marina are the home of the regatta during this exciting week - perfect spots for watching the races, and coming together with other racegoers. The week includes a full and diverse calendar of onshore events, including lunches and dinners presented by celebrity chefs, fashion, golfing competitions and wine tastings. Connect with Us Connect with fellow competitors on Facebook Capture the moment on Instagram #AHIRW and #HamiltonIsland Join the conversation on Twitter #AHIRW Watch the highlights on YouTube Need more info? Email Us Race Week Sponsors